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R&D Lab Technician

Lensa
Minneapolis, MN Contractor
POSTED ON 12/7/2025 CLOSED ON 1/1/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the R&D Lab Technician position at Lensa?

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Job Title: Lab TechnicianJob Description

Perform laboratory tests and other laboratory work using both conventional and computerized machines and work aids. Conduct tests in accordance with prescribed standards to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition. Set up, readjust, and operate laboratory equipment and instruments.

Responsibilities

  • Enter a variety of data to maintain records, update information, and track results.
  • Respond to basic or standard customer questions regarding formulas and the mixture process.
  • Clean, maintain, and calibrate standard equipment while ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in laboratory work, chemistry, research, and testing.
  • Experience with R&D, formulation, mixing, measuring, and experimentation.
  • Knowledge in synthesis, quality control, and batch processing.
  • Experience with liquids, coatings, paint, and color matching.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED is required; Associates degree or non-degree is preferred.
  • 1 year of chemical lab experience is preferred.
  • Basic math skills are required.
  • Experience in color differentiation is necessary.
  • Proven good organization and documentation skills, verified with references.
  • Proven ability to take direction, verified with references.

Work Environment

This role is situated in an industrial lab environment, not a clean room or biological lab. The position offers flexible 1st shift hours, Monday through Friday, typically working an 8-hour shift from 7/8 AM to 4/5 PM, with core hours from 8 AM to 4 PM. The dress code is business casual, and a lab coat is required. The organization is known for promoting from within, though candidates should be aware that the expectation is to be in this role for 9 months, with potential conversion not guaranteed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com ( actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

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